Tag: Dementia

Shingles Vaccine Shingrix Shows Promise in Reducing Dementia in Seniors

Discover how the Shingrix vaccine may lower dementia rates in nursing home residents, with insights from a recent Brown University study and implications for long-term care.

Direct-to-Consumer Blood Tests for Alzheimer’s Disease: Market Growth and Industry Considerations

Explore the emerging market of direct-to-consumer blood biomarker tests for Alzheimer's disease, their regulatory context, limitations, and implications for healthcare, cognitive assessment, and insurance.

Medicare Data Shows Trends in Home Healthcare Use for Dementia Patients

Analysis of Medicare data reveals increased home healthcare use among dementia patients from 2010-2019, with a decline post-2020 linked to staffing shortages. Highlights coverage gaps and utilization trends.